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February 2012

CLIENT COMPANY SPOTLIGHT

Brar Technology, Inc.Brar Technology, Inc. is an expert on Conditioned Based Maintenance (CBM) and embedded software systems, especially real-time analysis of sensor data.Brar is actively working in the areas of R&D and engineering, and is currently pursuing opportunities with the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.

Brar Technology is a certified 8(a) / Small Disadvantaged Business by the Small Business Administration (SBA), and a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) by Michigan Minority Supplier Development Council (MMSDC). Brar is a team member of Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) Omnibus team, and a team member of Booz Allen Hamilton TACOM Omnibus team.

To learn more about Brar Technology, Inc., visit www.brar.com

The Macomb-OU INCubator is Pleased to Welcome Their Newest Client, American Hydrogen Injection Distribution Company, LLCAmerican
Hydrogen Injection Distribution Company, LLC, distributes the Hydrogen
Generator, designed to revolutionize the trucking industry while
contributing to a cleaner environment.
The average semi on the road today gets an average of 5.5 miles per
gallon of diesel. With the assistance of their generator and a few
other proprietary under the hood technologies, the same engines are
producing up to 9 miles per gallon. The Hydrogen Generator decreases
carbon emissions as well as safety prolongs time between oil changes
because the engine will run cleaner. Read More

MAC-OU INC STAFF

Macomb-OU INCubator's Larry Herriman Promoted to Assistant Director

Larry Herriman, former Manager of Finance and Operations at the Macomb-OU INCubator, was recently promoted to Assistant Director.
Herriman previously oversaw the financial systems as Manager of Finance and Operations for the Oakland University SmartZone Business Incubator and the Macomb-OU INCubator

"We are very fortunate to have Larry Herriman on
our team. He has
impressive experience in business incubation, and in both economic and
business development. He is also responsible for laying much of the
ground work for the Macomb-OU INCubator," said Julie Gustafson,
executive director for the Macomb-OU INCubator. "In his new role as
Assistant
Director, he will be focusing more of his time consulting directly with
businesses."Read More

Macomb-OU INCubator Awarded $500,000 Grant For Continued Growth From the Michigan Economic Development Corporation

The Macomb-Oakland University INCubator is pleased to announce the acceptance of a $500,000 grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), the state leader in marketing and economic growth.Read More

Macomb-OU INCubator Helps Macomb County Business Secure a $250,000 Loan From the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's Pre-Seed Fund ProgramThe Coliant Corporation, designers and manufacturers of products that enable customers to use high technology appliances such as cell phones, GPS devices, radar detectors, MP3 players, heated clothing, tire inflators, and battery chargers with their powersport vehicles, secured a $250,000 pre-seed fund with the aid of the Macomb-OU INCubator.Read More

Michigan Defense Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at VelocityOn February 16, the Michigan Defense Center (MDC) officially opened at Velocity, home to the Macomb-OU INCubator.

The MDC is an agency of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and connects defense industry buyers and contractors with Michigan businesses. Their goals include building and cultivating strategic partnerships and outreach; capturing, categorizing and communicating Michigan capabilities; developing and executing State-wide initiatives; and discovering defense and other federal opportunities.

"The Macomb-OU INCubator is thrilled to have the Michigan Defense Center
headquarters located in the Velocity Center. This most
definitely strengthens our mission to serve defense companies. In the
short time that he has been here, Director, Ron Moffet, has already
provided valuable contact information to several of our clients. This
is an excellent asset for the entire defense corridor of Macomb County," said
Julie Gustafson, Executive Director of the Macomb-OU INCubator.

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WINTER/SPRING2012
EVENTS

Fireside Growth Series: Bruce Burton, AvidasportsMarch 7 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. To encourage discussion among entrepreneurs and
help them gain the inside knowledge from those who have 'been there' and
'done that,'.. Read More

Lunch and Launch Series: Defining Social Media ROIMarch 8 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.David Murray, director of social media for Moncur
Associates, will once again engage the audience with his knowledge -
this time on the critical subject of return on investment for social
media..Read More

MEDC Entrepreneurial Bus TourApril 17 1:55 p.m.By request, the MEDC is organizing a bus tour to most of the Smart Zones in Michigan, in order to educate early stage tech companies, university faculty and staff, and students about the opportunities to work with these programs..Read MoreLunch and Launch Series:Contracts 101, Dave Eberhard and Jim CunninghamApril 19 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.Lean Green Belt Certificate TrainingMay 1-June 28, 2012This program aims to educate business
professionals on the aspects of lean principles that can be applied to
their business internally in order to make their organization ready for
diversification..Read More